homolysis

/ (hɒˈmɒlɪsɪs) /

noun

the dissociation of a molecule into two neutral fragments Also called: homolytic fission Compare heterolysis (def. 2)

Derived forms of homolysis

homolytic (ˌhəʊməʊˈlɪtɪk, ˌhɒm-), adjective

Medical definitions for homolysis

homolysis
[ hō-mŏlĭ-sĭs ]

n.

Lysis of a cell by extracts of the same type of tissue.
Lysis of red blood cells by homolysin and complement.
Decomposition of a chemical compound into two uncharged atoms or radicals.